Greg Bates was ‘Extra’ excited to call his family after learning that he won the $500,000 Extra prize from the March 27, 2023 Daily Grand draw.
“I was at home when I found out I won, using the Lotto! App on my phone,” recalled Bates. “The first thing that crossed my mind was ‘holy crow.’”
The Mill Bay resident is looking forward to more family time and plans to travel to Greece and Mexico.
On how it feels to win the lottery?
“Overwhelming.”
Bates purchased the winning ticket at the Real Canadian Superstore on Cowichan Way in Duncan.
In 2022, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $45 million in winnings from the Extra and more than $9.5 million in winnings from Daily Grand. Say ‘Yes’ to the Extra for the chance to win up to $500,000. The Extra is $1 add on game available to purchase with Daily Grand, Lotto 6/49, BC/49 and Lotto Max at any BCLC lottery retailer or at PlayNow.com.
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